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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1920

Page

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Heavy fight over rate increases sparks broad opposition

Immense opposition forms against a proposed rail rate hike as workers, managers, and allied unions mobilize. Rail companies defend higher charges to cover rising costs while warn of layoffs and service cuts if rates rise. Officials report plans to cut jobs and curb freight volumes to preserve revenue, triggering nationwide demonstrations and potential strikes.

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Poles Seek Armistice Request to Moscow

Warsaw reports the Polini Jcorncil of national defense will request Moscow for armed intervention along the Mine as suggested by the Alida. Announcement confirms the plan to seek outside military involvement.

Warsaw Polini Jcorncil National Defense Moscow Alida

Body of Woman Found in Trunk in New York

A trunk discovery at the Ly Asmathan Mailway Express Company yard in New York reveals the corpse of a woman, estimated by doctors to be around thirty years old. Police report the trunk had been shipped from Dallas on June 17 and opened days later, with investigators pursuing murder leads.

New York Fh Aide Ly Asmathan Mailway Tumoy Douglas New Dax Ndor

May Ration Use of All Gasoline

United Press reports a national plan to ration gasoline across the United States. Officials consider curtailing consumption and raising prices to enforce a wartime rationing system.

Coal Shortage Threatens Nationwide Labor Action

Serious coal shortage warning. Operators predict a nationwide disruption next month with 20 000 day workers in the southern Illinois region set to strike. President Frank Werrington of the miners union says he cannot control the situation.

Illinois Chicni Pduio Hus Iilinots Miitola Aiivors Werrington Minory Sinton King

Halloway Gets Tryout Opportunity With Giants

William Halloway, Erie baseball figure and member of the Oldo tiaeball nine, has been summoned to New York for a Giants tryout. He was instructed to report tonight by telegram, with details pending on his field position.

William Halloway Erie Menon Hirrry New York Giants Halloway New Lagaxnoy

Funeral of Vanderbilt in Paris Monday

United Press reports the funeral of William Vanderbilt will be held Monday at the American church of the Holy Trinity in Paris. The body will be taken to the United States for interment in the Vanderbilt family vault.

Vanderbilt Paris United Press William Vanderbilt Holt Qineo United Bate Staton

Mayor Cox Preparing Acceptance Speech in Columbus

The article notes Mayor Cox will begin drafting his acceptance speech in Columbus. It mentions themes on prohibition reform and the Anti Saloon League, with expectations he will respond to the Democratic nominee’s positions and reference Senator Harding’s speech for comparison.

Cox Harding Dayton United Proms Columbus Tamey M. Cox Alk AntiSaloon League Noticios Essea Benitor Harding Keneptanes

Franklin Nine Plays Locals Tomorrow

The Franklin nine travels to meet local opponents tomorrow led by Otto Jordan former Franklin manager. Norton, the former Independents pitcher, is expected to start for the visitors as one of the finest amateur clubs. The Franklin team recently opened with a 48 to 0 victory over Gros City and will host the famed White Sox in a Sunday game.

Joewla Atti Washington Strut Tin Keio al Btu Franklin Uty Otto Jordan Franlklin Tadonon Dents Jand Jond Bago Norton Independents Yinitors Mingestion Gros City Alamanco White Sox

Resolute Leads Early In Race With Fast Start

Aboard Channelled Stamei Dlover Boltsboroogi, the race opened with Resolute pulling ahead by a strong margin just before the start. Shamrock and Who Shamrock trailed briefly as Resolute maintained a slight lead after 2:07 with 700 yards remaining.

Henry J. Parrott United Trews Both Ivery Jed Aceese Minoty Miauton Eee Shamrock

Cox Sends Workers for Suffrage Effort In Ohio

Governor Cox orders volunteers and personal representatives to campaign for ratification of the suffrage amendment as the legislature session opens on August 6. Gears White, head of the national campaign, urges Democratic workers to mobilize nationwide support. In other news, the funeral for Peter D. Mors will be held Monday at 10 oclock at St Elizbeths Church after his body arrives from New York.

Diy United Press Columbus Tamyn M. Cox Vomultee Pulsecuriste Tonnetog Cox Gears White National Companition Start Peter D. Mors New York

Why a Chamber of Commerce Matters to Your City

A local chamber binds leaders to advance the city by cooperative action. It connects business and citizens, promotes confidence, and fosters progress. The effort benefits all by organizing capable people toward shared welfare and communal services.

Chamber of Commerce Eithank Creed, Glass

Mohawk Co Accelerates New Corry Plant Extensions

Mohawk Company rapidly completes an extensive Corry plant extension including new warehouse and receiving department. Steel from C. R. Rogers Company. Mohawk’s own construction crew handles the work. More than $40,000 is being spent on the development of the Corry Plant.

Hinsila Apoola Wie C. R. Rogers Company Mohawk Company Gory

Final decision awaited in disputed election case

A ruling in the SiosonOYuson sleeon dispute is expected today or tomorrow after weeks of vote canvassing. Judge McCornick of Locke Haven prepared briefs, with contestants' filings submitted for the decision. County commissioners certified the result, confirming Harridburg as the winner by a narrow margin.

McCornick Locke Havin Boi Commissionars

Revival of body of Private Chapman in this city

Mrs Abbie Chapman of Fair Pleasant Ket announces the revival of Private Stephen M Obyepman whose body will be sent to New York in August and then to Bear Lake for interment. The private died of pneumonia in France on February 7 1919.

Abbie Chapman Fai Pleasant Ket Stephin M. Obyepman Wew York Augustus Willl Bear Lake Chapman Girl Potumonia France

City Solicitor to Attend Conference in Pittsburgh

City Solicitor G. P. Sincaid will attend a conference called by the United States Bureau of Mines in Pittsburgh on July 88th. Solicitor Rivcald noted the attending attorneys from Yewasaako are expected to participate in the event focusing on mining regulation and related matters.

G.P. Sincaid Rivcald United States Bureau of Mites

New Manager for A and P Store Reported

George Birks takes over as manager of the A and P store here. He previously managed in Olean and now transfers to Rhyporian with Barivgelis Tettyeatorday taking over in his former post.

George Birks Fmontha Barivgelis

Rail unions conduct referendum on wage award result

A rail labor conference reports a referendum on the $8 wage award by the labor board. Union leaders argue the decision is acceptable while planning for possible strikes as government protection lapsed after September. Federal officials monitor labor unrest amid calls for restraint and preservation of orderly operations.

United Pron All Labor Board Sail Tabor Board Talen Tharaikonia Lake

Order Restored in Belfast Amid Ongoing Patrols

Reports indicate restored order in Belfast after unrest. Troops continue patrols at the streets as authorities assess damage and casualties. Early word suggests fatalities and numerous injuries among rioters, with conflicting accounts of exact figures.

Government posts remain unfilled amid refusals

Nearly nine score important government posts remain vacant as appointees refuse to accept, fearing Senate rejection of Wilson’s nominees. The vacancies include seven on the shipping board, an assistant secretary of war, an assistant secretary of state, a Navy post, and two tariff commissions.

Senate United Presa Washington Wilson Phe Point Fonn

Harding Urges Ratification Amid Shaky Diplomatic Notes

President Harding presses for ratification as a State Department inquiry seeks origin of a vague representation regarding British and French government support. The inquiry confirms no specific agent or dispatch but notes uncertainty about who sent the representation. The report mentions stock listings and oil shares in a broad financial context.

Opening Prayer Delivered At Unification Ceremonies

The ceremony opened with a prayer led by Bishop Oldham of Go-Inmijus. He praised the mission school teachers Miss Mosel Mee Oray and Miss Zelin York and called for strength to meet the days ahead.

Wishop William F. Oldham Go- Inmijus Miro Androswee Oldham Joice

Hungary Mobilizes Against Rising Government Pressure

Crude OCR notes indicate a political mobilization theme with references to Hungary and government tension though the text is fragmentary and unclear. No concrete events, dates, or named entities beyond Hungary are readable. The fragmentary line hints at opposition activity but lacks specifics for detail.

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